Concours d'Elegance

The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, which has grown into the top-ranking collector car show in the world

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on August 21, 2013 8:25 PM

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An attendee poses for a photograph in front of a 1934 Alfa 8C2300 Zagato Body during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

An attendee poses for a photograph in front of a 1934 Alfa 8C2300 Zagato Body during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in ... more

Photo: David Paul Morris, Bloomberg

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Attendees crowd the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Attendees look at antique cars during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Attendees look at antique cars during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars ... more

The hood ornament of the 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Streamline Saloon is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Robert Coyle works on polishing a 1950 Lincoln Presidential Limousine which served Truman, Eisenhower and Kennedy as nearly 10,000 people enjoy the display of around 200 collector cars on the eighteenth fairway in Pebble Beach, California, at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, which has grown into the top-ranking collector car show in the world, on August 18, 2013. Automobiles and motorcycles competing for the Concours "Best of Show" award are judged for their historical accuracy, their technical merit and their style. less

Robert Coyle works on polishing a 1950 Lincoln Presidential Limousine which served Truman, Eisenhower and Kennedy as nearly 10,000 people enjoy the display of around 200 collector cars on the eighteenth fairway ... more

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Robert Coyle works on polishing a 1950 Lincoln Presidential... Photo-5075435.68657 - Houston Chronicle

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Porsche 911 road cars are displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Porsche 911 road cars are displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. ... more

Porsche 911 road cars are displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Porsche 911 road cars are displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. ... more

Attendees look at the engine of a 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 Prototype Bertone Coupe during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Attendee Lori Halvorson holds Tuk, a 4 year old Hyacinth bird, during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. Photographer: less

Attendee Lori Halvorson holds Tuk, a 4 year old Hyacinth bird, during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year ... more

The hood ornament of a 1939 Packard 1707 Twelve Formal Sedan is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

The hood ornament of a 1939 Packard 1707 Twelve Formal Sedan is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its ... more

An attendee takes a photograph of a 1914 American Underslung 642 Roadster during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

An attendee takes a photograph of a 1914 American Underslung 642 Roadster during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its ... more

Photo: David Paul Morris, Bloomberg

An attendee takes a photograph of a 1914 American Underslung 642... Photo-5075450.68657 - Houston Chronicle

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Detail of the side of a 1914 American Underslung 642 Roadster is seen during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Detail of the side of a 1914 American Underslung 642 Roadster is seen during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd ... more

Photo: David Paul Morris, Bloomberg

Detail of the side of a 1914 American Underslung 642 Roadster is... Photo-5075458.68657 - Houston Chronicle

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Attendees arrive for the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Attendees arrive for the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and ... more

Rob and Melani Walton wave to spectators as they cue up in front of the Concours d'Elegance stage Sunday, August 18th, 2013 in in their 1931 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Le Mans Spider.

Rob and Melani Walton wave to spectators as they cue up in front of the Concours d'Elegance stage Sunday, August 18th, 2013 in in their 1931 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Le Mans Spider.

Photo: Matthew Hintz, Associated Press

Rob and Melani Walton wave to spectators as they cue up in front of... Photo-5075461.68657 - Houston Chronicle

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Attendees crowd the 18 fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Nick Mason, drummer for the band Pink Floyd, drives his 1935 Aston Martin Ulster race car during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Tonight Show host Jay Leno calls out raffle tickets for awards during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Tonight Show host Jay Leno calls out raffle tickets for awards during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year ... more

Bruce Meyer holds his trophy as he drives his 1979 Porsche 935 K3 Coupe during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Bruce Meyer holds his trophy as he drives his 1979 Porsche 935 K3 Coupe during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its ... more

A BMW hub cap is seen during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

A BMW hub cap is seen during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for ... more

Joseph C. Cassini, center, celebrates after his 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria won Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

Joseph C. Cassini, center, celebrates after his 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria won Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on ... more

The 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria is displayed for a photograph after being awarded the Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

The 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria is displayed for a photograph after being awarded the Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., ... more

The hood ornament of the 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria is displayed for a photograph after being awarded the Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

The hood ornament of the 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria is displayed for a photograph after being awarded the Best Of Show during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble ... more

The Icona Vulcano Concept Car is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

The Icona Vulcano Concept Car is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million ... more

The Icona Vulcano Concept Car is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million U.S. dollars for charity and showcased 248 cars, 48 from abroad. less

The Icona Vulcano Concept Car is displayed during the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The annual event in its 63rd year raised $1.277 million ... more

In a photo provided by Rolex, the 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria, owned by Joseph & Margie Cassini III, from West Orange, New Jersey, took the “Best of Show Award” at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach, Calif., on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. The event, part of Classic Car Week on California’s Monterey Peninsula, aims to recognize and encourage proper preservation of the world’s great automobiles, judging vehicles for their historical accuracy, technical merit, style and elegance. less

In a photo provided by Rolex, the 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria, owned by Joseph & Margie Cassini III, from West Orange, New Jersey, took the “Best of Show Award” at the Pebble ... more